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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.
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'''Things to know about PPM - Pikes Peak Makerspace:'''
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:☐ We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
  
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:☐ We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education.
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:☐ PPM is also a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
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:☐ We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
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:☐ We are physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
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:☐ We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81<span></span>-0876257
 
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==Contact Info==
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{{Template:Contact Us}}
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|[[File:Maker logo.png|center|frameless|100x100px]]
 
|<center>'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org (This) Wiki]'''</center>
 
|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
|November 2021
 
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|<center>'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org website]'''</center>
 
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
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|<center>'''phone'''</center>
 
|[[Tel:719-445-MAKE|719-445-MAKE]] (6253)
 
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|<center>'''location'''</center>
 
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735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
 
  
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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|<center>'''email'''</center>
 
|m@pikespeakmakerspace.org
 
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[[File:Burst.png|alt=Welcome banner|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM|right|frameless|250x250px]]
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==Maker Definition==
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:'''A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills.'''
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:Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.
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==PPM Mission Statement==
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs that empowers members to turn ideas into&nbsp;reality. We&nbsp;strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and&nbsp;make.
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==PPM Vision Statement==
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: We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full&nbsp;potential.
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: We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for '''*makers*''' in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into&nbsp;reality.
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:Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the&nbsp;members.
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==Official PPM Logo==
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[[File:1_to_1_logo.png|alt=official PPM logo|frameless|200x200px]]
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==PPM Logo Usage==
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Gears are a common element of many other Makerspace logos, and for us it is also a subtle hat tip to the Pikes Peak Cog&nbsp;Railway.
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'''''Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:'''''
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'''Animation'''
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* Do not animate as a gear or wheel
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* Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK
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'''Background'''
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* Our logo should appear on a plain background
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* Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool&nbsp;Area)
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* Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion
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* May use logo within QR Code
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'''Color'''
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* Reproduce in black or "rich&nbsp;black"
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* Can be white (reversed)
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'''Design'''
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* Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design&nbsp;element).
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* Maintain proportion (do not scale or skew)
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* Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other&nbsp;wording
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'''Maintenance:'''
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* Replace damaged logos (especially&nbsp;signage)
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'''Reproduction at PPM:'''
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* Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for&nbsp;example:
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3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other&nbsp;equipment.
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==About Pikes Peak Makerspace==
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'''''Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We&nbsp;use "Makerspace" as one&nbsp;word — not&nbsp;two.)'''''
&bull; We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region. We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education. PPM&nbsp;also is a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and&nbsp;instruction.
 
  
&bull; We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
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== AI Generated Content==
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AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to the extent possible.
  
&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. 
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Additionally, we are anticipating that AI “chat” interfaces for searching will become increasingly common,
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so we will be continually improving content here to stay current and remain useful to both members and non-members.
<br>
 
The famous inventor Nikola Tesla has some local history in Colorado Springs.  
 
  
In the 1890s, Tesla conducted high-voltage, high-frequency power experiments here. A small plaque on Pikes Peak Avenue just west of downtown Colorado Springs (and only a minute or so by car from our Makerspace) recognizes his accomplishments. These days you might catch a member's Tesla car, other electric car or electric bicycle in our parking lot.
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Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.
  
==Social Media Links==
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==PPM Contact Information==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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{| class="wikitable"
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|'''Item'''
!
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|'''Link'''
!Link
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|'''Date'''
!Date Joined
 
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:2021 Facebook icon.png|center|frameless|alt=Facebook icon|50x50px]]
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|'''This Wiki'''
|<center>'''Facebook'''</center>
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|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
|https://www.facebook.com/ppmakerspace
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|'''November 2021'''
|<center>[https://www.facebook.com/ppmakerspace/photos/ms.c.eJxFkNuNRTEIAzta8Yb039jqYF3zOxpsJ~_rPNcayS9Tf~;OkHUkTleWQWgX2GmRI4jCCIsOqZO~_k90QMDkD~_gaAka6jCEIGEYQW1Ls9ZkT8QJbE~_cLRYAZzQAW2w2tNjiGGYc5gg1hjoyTA58O~;Se729Dkz8WBuNALOhHUBuqNFJgcHoqAJdmb8s9rvfHYmh0Aeg~;vQJieg~-~-.bps.a.1393148254268065/1393148257601398/ September 2014]</center>
 
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:Instagram logo 2016.png|alt=Instagram logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|'''website'''
|<center>'''Instagram&nbsp;'''</center>
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
|https://www.instagram.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
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|
|<center>[https://www.instagram.com/p/Bam0RIxBQu-/ October 23rd, 2017]</center>
 
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:Twitter-logo.png|alt=Twitter logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|'''contact form'''
|<center>'''Twitter'''</center>
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
|https://twitter.com/PikesPeakMakers
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|
|<center>April 4, 2015</center>
 
|-
 
|<br>[[File:YouTube Logo 2017.png|center|frameless|alt=YouTube logo|75x75px]]<br>
 
|<center>'''YouTube'''</center>
 
|https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg
 
|<center>Sep 4, 2014
 
</center>
 
 
|-
 
|-
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|'''donation form'''
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
 
|
 
|
|
 
|<center>'''Link'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Date Joined'''</center>
 
|}
 
 
==Mission Statement==
 
It is our mission to create an environment in where people interested in art, technology, science and business can collaborate on creative projects; share tools; learn; teach; make things; prototype new ideas, products and services; start ventures; meet new people; and share knowledge.<br>
 
 
==PPM Admin Links==
 
'''Services we use at Pikes Peak Makerspace:'''
 
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!
 
!Description
 
!Link
 
!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date Joined
 
 
|-
 
|-
|<br><center>'''ANVEO'''</center><br>
 
|VOIP phone service
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|<br><center>'''Cheddar Up'''</center><br>
 
|reimbursement for&nbsp;consumables
 
 
|
 
|
|August 2022
 
 
|-
 
|-
|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Calendar&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
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|'''phone'''
|Time-management and scheduling calendar service.
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|719-445-MAKE (6253)
|
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''Please leave a detailed message,''
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''which will be translated to email.''
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Forms&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
 
|An app that allows users to create and edit surveys online while collaborating with other users in real-time.
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Maps&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
 
|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography
 
|'''[https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1w64QIMzgcL5asnWsHt--_SfCBWMR6G0I&ll=38.87337097871852%2C-104.76426397564956&z=12 Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts]'''
 
|February&nbsp;24,&nbsp;2022
 
|-
 
|<center><br>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Google&nbsp;Maps&nbsp;&nbsp;'''<br><br></center>
 
|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography
 
|'''[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1RAjYygu317P2n9vz9k_NNo84QnjfAFMZ&ll=38.879565668710356%2C-104.7948964&z=11 Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers]'''
 
|June 20, 2022
 
|-
 
|<center><br>'''Join It'''<br><br></center>
 
|Used to manage our memberships
 
|https://www.joinit.org/o/pikes-peak-makerspace
 
 
|
 
|
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|}
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{| class="wikitable"
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|'''Item'''
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|'''Address'''
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|'''Date'''
 
|-
 
|-
|<center><br>'''Jotform'''<br><br></center>
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|'''physical&nbsp;location'''
| Online form builder, online survey tool
 
|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment
 
 
|
 
|
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735 East Pikes Peak Avenue<br>Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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|'''2016'''
 
|-
 
|-
|<center>'''<br>MailChimp<br><br>'''</center>
 
|Create email marketing campaigns to send to customers
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|<center>'''<br>Meetup<br><br>'''</center>
 
|Used to schedule classes and collect payments for tickets (via&nbsp;PayPal)
 
|https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
 
 
|
 
|
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|}
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===[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|Managing your Membership]]===
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===[[How To Slack]]===
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==PPM Social Media Links==
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{| class="wikitable"
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|+
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|'''Service'''
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|'''Link'''
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|'''Date&nbsp;Joined'''
 
|-
 
|-
|<center><br>'''PayPal'''<br><br></center>
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|'''Linktree'''
|Donations and reimbursement for&nbsp;consumables, payment for classes on Meetup
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|'''https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace'''
|[https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=T4LACP7P6BJ58&source=url https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=T4LACP7P6BJ58]
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|'''March 2023'''
|
 
 
|-
 
|-
|<center>'''<br>Slack<br><br>'''</center>
 
|The official communication channel of PPM
 
|https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA
 
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|<center>'''<br>Stripe<br><br>'''</center>
 
|Collects the recurring payments set up in Join It
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
|<center>'''Trello'''</center>
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|'''Etsy'''
|Provides team collaboration,
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|'''https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace'''
 
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|'''2022'''
project management,
 
 
 
task management
 
|https://trello.com/b/ZUoaoJYJ/ppm-projects
 
|
 
 
|-
 
|-
|<center><br>'''WaiverForever'''<br><br></center>
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|'''Linkedin'''
|For small business owners to electronically handle waiver forms
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|'''https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace'''
|
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
|<center><br>'''Wild Apricot'''<br><br></center>
 
|Cloud software to automate and simplify membership tasks and host the PPM website
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
 
|
 
|
|<center>'''Description'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Link'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Date Joined'''</center>
 
 
|}
 
|}
  
For more details, see '''[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|Managing your Membership]]<br />'''
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==Other Links==
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{| class="wikitable"
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|'''Logo'''
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|'''Link /''' '''Description'''
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|'''Date&nbsp;Joined'''
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|-
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|[[File:King Soopers logo.png|alt=King Soopers logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|'''https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards'''
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[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:King_Soopers_Community_Rewards.pdf '''King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf''']
 +
 
 +
"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."
  
==Other Links==
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''Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!''
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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!
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[https://www.kingsoopers.com/stores/grocery/co/colorado-springs '''Kingsoopers has 11 grocery stores in Colorado Springs''']
!
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|'''02/19/23'''
!Link
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|-
!Date Joined
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|[[File:Amazon.png|alt=Amazon logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|'''[https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GLGQDTSNNZM4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex Our Amazon Wishlist]'''
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''Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.''
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|'''08/22/22'''
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:Amazon smile logo.png|alt=Amazon smile logo|center|frameless|100x100px]]
 
|<center>'''<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;Amazon&nbsp;Smile&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>'''</center>
 
|https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-0876257
 
 
|
 
|
|-
 
 
|
 
|
|<center>'''<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;Amazon&nbsp;PPM Wishlist&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>'''</center>
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|
|https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GLGQDTSNNZM4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
 
|<center>08/22/22</center>
 
 
|-
 
|-
|<br>[[File:Logo ebay.png|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
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|[[File:Logo ebay.png|alt=ebay logo|frameless|90x90px]]
|<center>'''eBay'''</center>
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|'''https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace'''
|https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace
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''"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"''
|<center>09/22/16</center>
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|'''09/22/16'''
|-
 
|<br>[[File:Logo Etsy.png|alt=Etsy logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
 
|<center>'''Etsy'''</center>
 
|https://www.etsy.com/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace
 
|<center>2020</center>
 
|-
 
|<br>[[File:Logo LibraryThing.png|alt=LibraryThing logo|center|frameless|85x85px]]<br>
 
|<center>'''LibraryThing'''</center>
 
|https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace
 
|<center>January 2022</center>
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|<center>'''Link'''</center>
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|
|<center>'''Date Joined'''</center>
 
 
|}
 
|}
  
&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace participates in the '''AmazonSmile program'''.  
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:'''[https://downforeveryoneorjustme.com/ Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.]'''
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:
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==PPM Executive Director==
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|'''Picture'''
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|'''Member'''
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|'''Title'''
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|'''Date'''
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|-
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|[[File:Mat.jpg|alt=photo of Cap'n Mat|center|frameless|155x155px]]
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|'''Mathew Palfenier'''
  
Sign up at '''https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-0876257''' and Amazon will donate 
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|Executive Director<br>of Business Administration
  
0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to PPM, at no cost to you.
 
  
'''[https://www.wikihow.com/Change-Your-Amazon-Smile-Charity How to Change Your Amazon Smile Charity]'''
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Interim&nbsp;Director<br>of Shop Operations
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|'''November 2023'''
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'''to present'''
  
==PPM Area Captains==
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'''<br />'''
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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May 2023<br>to Oct 2023
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!'''Area'''
 
!Area Captain
 
!Picture
 
!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[3D Printing]]'''
 
|'''Trevor Banks'''
 
''Volunteers needed&nbsp;&nbsp;''
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|'''[[3D Scanning]]'''
 
|'''Trevor Banks'''
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
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|}
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:'''Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.'''<br>
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==PPM Board of Directors==
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{| class="wikitable"
 +
|+
 +
|'''Picture'''
 +
|'''Member'''
 +
|'''Title'''
 +
|'''Date'''
 +
|-
 +
|[[File:Josh Harlow.png|alt=photo of Josh Harlow|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 +
|'''Joshua&nbsp;Harlow'''
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|'''BOD<br>President'''
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|Elected<br>
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June 27,&nbsp;2023
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Arduino]]'''
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|[[File:Chris Stevens.jpg|alt=photo of Chris Stevens|frameless|center|125x125px]]
|''Volunteers needed&nbsp;&nbsp;''
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|'''Christopher&nbsp;Stevens&nbsp;&nbsp;'''
|
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|'''BOD<br>Secretary'''
|
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|Elected<br>
 +
June 27,&nbsp;2023
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|-
 +
|[[File:Art Hunt.jpg|alt=photo of Art Hunt|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 +
|'''<br>Art Hunt<br><br>'''
 +
|'''BOD<br>Treasurer'''
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|Elected
 +
November&nbsp;2022
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|}
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 +
{| class="wikitable"
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[CNC]]'''
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|[[File:Quinn.jpg|alt=photo of Quinn Hackenberg|center|frameless|130x130px]]
|'''Trevor Banks'''
+
|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
|
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|Elected
|
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November 1, 2022
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Computers]]'''
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|[[File:Marvin Harrell.png|alt=photo of Marvin Harrell|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|''Volunteers needed''
+
|'''Marvin Harrell'''
|
+
|Elected
|
+
November 1, 2022
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Electronics]]'''
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|[[File:Steve Leininger.jpg|alt=photo of Steve Leininger|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 
|'''Steve Leininger'''
 
|'''Steve Leininger'''
|
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|Elected
|
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November 1, 2022
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Large Format Printing]]'''
 
|''Volunteers needed''
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|'''[[Laser#Area Captains|Laser (Epilog Laser)]]'''
 
|'''Jonathan Wommack'''
 
 
|
 
|
|06/08/22
 
 
|-
 
|-
|[[Laser#Area Captains|'''Laser (BOSSLASER)''']]
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|[[File:Joey B.jpg|alt=photo of Joey B|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''Lisa MacNicol'''
+
|'''Joey Buchschacher'''
|[[File:Lisa MacNicol.jpg|alt=Lisa MacNicol headshot|center|frameless|100x100px]]
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|Elected<br>
|03/31/22
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November 17, 2023
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Metal Shop]]'''
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|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|alt=photo of Drew Johnson|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|'''Trevor Banks'''
+
|'''Drew Johnson'''
|
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|Elected<br>
|
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November 17, 2023
|-
 
|'''[[Powder Coating Area|Powder Coating]]'''
 
|'''Trevor Banks'''
 
|
 
|
 
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Raspberry Pi]]'''
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|[[File:Gabriela.jpg|alt=photo of Gabriela Lisboa|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|''Volunteers needed''
+
|'''Gabriela Lisboa'''
|
+
|Elected<br>
|
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November 17, 2023
 
|-
 
|-
|'''[[Vinyl Cutting|Vinyl Cutter]]'''
 
|''Volunteers needed''
 
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
|-
 
|'''[[Welding Area]]'''
 
|'''Trevor Banks'''
 
 
|
 
|
|
 
|-
 
|'''[[Wood Shop]]'''
 
|'''John Hoover'''
 
|
 
|08/05/22
 
|-
 
|<center>'''Area'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Area Captain'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;'''</center>
 
 
|}
 
|}
'''Our Area Captains can be contacted via Slack.'''<br>
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:'''Our Board of Directors can be contacted,'''
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:'''both individually and as a group, via Slack.'''
  
==PPM Directors and Coordinators==
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==PPM Board Minutes==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zofkbkbgLzXmfedy80ZBDvod4o2xTQYY Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2024]''' — on Google Drive
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!Picture
 
!Member
 
!'''Title'''
 
!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
|-
 
|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|center|frameless|120x120px]]
 
|'''<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>'''
 
|Executive Director
 
|??
 
  
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==PPM Bylaws==
 +
:'''[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G_iLQnMsBdYkGXEJWU2baAeDZ3BKTq9Sabk4jQn8sWI/view Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE]''' — on Google Drive<br>
  
present
 
|-
 
|[[File:Lisa MacNicol.jpg|alt=Lisa MacNicol headshot|center|frameless|100x100px]]
 
|'''<br>Lisa MacNicol<br><br>'''
 
|Deputy Director
 
|08/24/22
 
to
 
  
present
+
==Previous PPM Executive Directors==
|-
+
{| class="wikitable"
|
+
|+
|'''<br>Trevor Banks<br><br>'''
+
|'''Picture'''
|Operations Director
+
|'''Member'''
|??
+
|'''Title'''
 
 
to
 
 
 
present
 
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:Gabriela.jpg|alt=Gabriela Lisboa headshot|center|frameless|120x120px]]
+
|[[File:Lisa MacNicol2.jpg|alt=photo of Lisa MacNicol|125x125px|frameless|center]]
|'''<br>Gabriela Lisboa<br><br>'''
+
|<br>Lisa MacNicol<br><br>
|Membership Director&nbsp;
+
|Deputy Director (August 2022 - June 2023),
|??
+
Executive Director (June 2023 - November 2023)
 
 
to
 
 
 
present
 
 
|-
 
|-
|
+
|[[File:Drew Johnson.jpg|alt=photo of Drew Johnson|center|frameless|125x125px]]
|''<br>Volunteers needed&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>''
+
|<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>
 
+
|Executive Director
|Social Media Coordinator&nbsp;
+
(July 2020 - May 2023)
|09/30/22
 
|-
 
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Member'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Title'''</center>
 
|<center>'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;'''</center>
 
|}
 
'''Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.'''
 
<br>
 
<br>
 
 
 
==PPM Bylaws and Board Minutes==
 
:'''[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KdjW-DPivIe-ORPvdyL4gARHdIzujn9A/view Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE]'''
 
:'''[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zofkbkbgLzXmfedy80ZBDvod4o2xTQYY Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2022]'''<br>
 
 
 
==PPM Board of Directors==
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
|+
 
Elected November 1, 2022
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Member'''
 
!'''Title'''
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
|'''Emmanuel (Eman) Spencer'''
+
|<br>Heather Bresnahan<br><br>
|
+
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:Quinn.jpg|alt=Quinn Hackenberg headshot|center|frameless|125x125px]]
 
|'''Quinn Hackenberg'''
 
 
|
 
|
 +
|<br>John Norton<br><br>
 +
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
|'''Joshua Harlow'''
+
|<br>Anthony Abraham<br><br>
|
+
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
|[[File:Marvin Harrell.png|alt=Marvin Harrell headshot|center|frameless|100x100px]]
 
|'''Marvin Harrell'''
 
 
|
 
|
 +
|<br>Landon Descamps<br><br>
 +
|Executive Director
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
|'''Steve Leininger'''
 
|
 
|-
 
 
|
 
|
|'''Christopher Stevens'''
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
+
|[[File:Chris Vestal at the MAC.jpg|alt=photo of Chris Vestal at the MAC|center|frameless|145x145px]]
|<center>'''Member'''</center>
+
|<br>Chris Vestal<br><br>
|<center>'''Title'''</center>
+
|Executive Director,
|}
+
PPM Founder
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
|+
 
Elected November 2021
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Member'''
 
!'''Title'''
 
|-
 
|[[File:John Norton.jpg|alt=John Norton headshot|center|frameless|100x100px|John Norton]]
 
|'''<br>John Norton<br><br>'''
 
|BOD President
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
|
|'''<br>Jason Taylor<br><br>'''
 
|BOD Secretary
 
|-
 
 
|
 
|
|'''<br>Les Frischmann<br><br>'''
 
|BOD Member at Large&nbsp;
 
|-
 
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Member'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Title'''</center>
 
|}
 
'''Our Directors can be contacted via Slack.'''
 
 
 
==PPM Founder==
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
|+
 
!Picture
 
!Member
 
!Contact
 
!'''Title'''
 
!&nbsp;&nbsp;Date&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
|-
 
|[[File:Chris Vestal at the MAC.jpg|alt=Chris Vestal at the MAC|center|frameless|145x145px]]
 
|'''<br>Chris Vestal&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>'''
 
|'''[https://www.instagram.com/motominded/ MotoMinded LLC]'''
 
(Instagram)
 
|PPM Founder&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
|
 
|
 
|}
 
|}
  
 +
<br>
 +
==Related Pages==
 +
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
 +
:[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Infrastructure at PPM'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 +
:[[Classroom_and_Meeting_Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Classroom / Meeting Area'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]'''
  
 +
:'''[[QR Codes]]'''
 +
:'''[[Colorado Springs]]'''
  
<br>
+
==For Additional Help==
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Latest revision as of 19:16, 28 October 2024

Things to know about PPM - Pikes Peak Makerspace:

☐ We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
☐ We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education.
☐ PPM is also a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
☐ We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
☐ We are physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
☐ We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81-0876257


Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 


Welcome banner

Maker Definition

A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills.
Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.

PPM Mission Statement

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs that empowers members to turn ideas into reality. We strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and make.

PPM Vision Statement

We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full potential.
We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for *makers* in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into reality.
Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the members.

official PPM logo

PPM Logo Usage

Gears are a common element of many other Makerspace logos, and for us it is also a subtle hat tip to the Pikes Peak Cog Railway.

Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:

Animation

  • Do not animate as a gear or wheel
  • Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK

Background

  • Our logo should appear on a plain background
  • Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool Area)
  • Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion
  • May use logo within QR Code

Color

  • Reproduce in black or "rich black"
  • Can be white (reversed)

Design

  • Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design element).
  • Maintain proportion (do not scale or skew)
  • Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other wording

Maintenance:

  • Replace damaged logos (especially signage)

Reproduction at PPM:

  • Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for example:

3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other equipment.


Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We use "Makerspace" as one word — not two.)

AI Generated Content

AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to the extent possible.

Additionally, we are anticipating that AI “chat” interfaces for searching will become increasingly common, so we will be continually improving content here to stay current and remain useful to both members and non-members.

Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.

PPM Contact Information

Item Link Date
This Wiki https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org November 2021
website https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
contact form https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
donation form https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
phone 719-445-MAKE (6253)

Please leave a detailed message,

which will be translated to email.

Item Address Date
physical location

735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

2016

Managing your Membership

How To Slack

PPM Social Media Links

Service Link Date Joined
Linktree https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace March 2023
Etsy https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace 2022
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace

Other Links

Logo Link / Description Date Joined
King Soopers logo https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards

King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf

"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."

Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!

Kingsoopers has 11 grocery stores in Colorado Springs

02/19/23
Amazon logo Our Amazon Wishlist

Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.

08/22/22
ebay logo https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace

"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"

09/22/16
Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.

PPM Executive Director

Picture Member Title Date
photo of Cap'n Mat
Mathew Palfenier Executive Director
of Business Administration


Interim Director
of Shop Operations

November 2023

to present


May 2023
to Oct 2023

Our Directors and Coordinators can be contacted via Slack.

PPM Board of Directors

Picture Member Title Date
photo of Josh Harlow
Joshua Harlow BOD
President
Elected

June 27, 2023

photo of Chris Stevens
Christopher Stevens   BOD
Secretary
Elected

June 27, 2023

photo of Art Hunt

Art Hunt

BOD
Treasurer
Elected

November 2022

photo of Quinn Hackenberg
Quinn Hackenberg Elected

November 1, 2022

photo of Marvin Harrell
Marvin Harrell Elected

November 1, 2022

photo of Steve Leininger
Steve Leininger Elected

November 1, 2022

photo of Joey B
Joey Buchschacher Elected

November 17, 2023

photo of Drew Johnson
Drew Johnson Elected

November 17, 2023

photo of Gabriela Lisboa
Gabriela Lisboa Elected

November 17, 2023

Our Board of Directors can be contacted,
both individually and as a group, via Slack.

PPM Board Minutes

Meeting Minutes 2018 through 2024 — on Google Drive

PPM Bylaws

Bylaws of PIKES PEAK MAKERSPACE — on Google Drive


Previous PPM Executive Directors

Picture Member Title
photo of Lisa MacNicol

Lisa MacNicol

Deputy Director (August 2022 - June 2023),

Executive Director (June 2023 - November 2023)

photo of Drew Johnson

Drew Johnson

Executive Director

(July 2020 - May 2023)


Heather Bresnahan

Executive Director

John Norton

Executive Director

Anthony Abraham

Executive Director

Landon Descamps

Executive Director
photo of Chris Vestal at the MAC

Chris Vestal

Executive Director,

PPM Founder


Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Infrastructure at PPM  
  Classroom / Meeting Area   - make a reservation
QR Codes
Colorado Springs

For Additional Help

Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.